Korynn
A feminine name derived from ancient Greek meaning "maiden" or "pure one".
Name Census estimates that about 471 living Americans carry the first name Korynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Korynn today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Korynn births was 2001 (23 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Korynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
471
~ 1 in 727,716 Americans
Peak year
2001
23 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,386
Tracked since 1971
Popularity
Korynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Korynn from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 155 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Korynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Korynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Korynn
The given name Korynn is a relatively modern invention, likely derived from a combination of the names Koren and Lynn. Its origins can be traced back to the late 20th century, possibly emerging as a creative amalgamation of two existing names.
While the name Korynn does not have a direct linguistic or cultural ancestry, its components offer some insights. The name Koren is believed to have Scandinavian roots, potentially stemming from the Old Norse name Kóri or Kórir, meaning "the chosen one" or "the elected one." Lynn, on the other hand, is an English name with origins in the Welsh name Linn, meaning "lake" or "pool."
There are no known historical references to the name Korynn in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to the modern era. The earliest recorded examples of the name are likely to be found in birth records and census data from the late 20th century onward.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who have borne the name Korynn, although their fame is relatively recent. One such person is Korynn Blanchard, an American fitness model and social media influencer born in 1990. Another is Korynn Lythgoe, an American ballroom dancer and television personality, born in 1996.
Additionally, there is Korynn Gallagher, an American actress and model, known for her roles in films such as "The Binge" (2020) and "Killing Them Softly" (2012). Korynn Brintzenhoff is a Canadian artist and illustrator, recognized for her work in children's books and graphic novels.
Lastly, Korynn Lorraine is an American singer-songwriter and musician, who has released several albums and singles in the country and pop genres since the early 2000s.
It is important to note that while these individuals have achieved varying levels of recognition, the name Korynn remains relatively uncommon and does not have a long-standing historical legacy compared to many other given names.
People
Korynn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Korynn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Korynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Korynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 471 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Korynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 727,716 US residents.
Is Korynn a common name?
We classify Korynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 480 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Korynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Korynn was 2001, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Korynn is about 21 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Korynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Korynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.